1974 C.F. Martin & Co. D-45
A mid-1970s D-45 — Martin's flagship acoustic with full abalone ornamentation. Indian rosewood and spruce deliver excellent tone while the abalone inlay represents the pinnacle of acoustic guitar artistry.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce (top), Indian Rosewood (back and sides) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 25.400" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Ebony belly bridge (with abalone inlay) |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite (gold) |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 480 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic — full abalone inlay treatment.
What Changed in 1974
Mid-1970s D-45 — production stabilized. Indian rosewood standard. The D-45 remained Martin's most ornate and prestigious production model. The abalone inlay treatment is breathtaking regardless of the rosewood species.
Collector's Notes
Mid-1970s D-45s are the most accessible way to own Martin's flagship model. The abalone inlay alone justifies the premium over standard models. Check inlay condition carefully.